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Gerrie Doyle, an Ottawa-based architect and Fellow of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada, has been elected chancellor of the RAIC College of Fellows for a three-year term beginning June 2023.   Doyle will succeed Susan Ruptash, FRAIC, from Toronto, who began…

Tundra, a global staffing leader hiring talent for the world’s most recognizable brands, is revolutionizing the renewable energy sector as the first company to provide top-tier talent for green energy projects across North America. Tundra’s diverse talent communities allow companies access to…

A Toronto area man is facing a number of criminal charges and civil lawsuits after he allegedly defrauded homeowners and failed to pay his workers while operating under an “alter ego” with at least two different legal names and as many…

If you are starting a construction company, something that you’ll have to bear in mind and work towards achieving is flexibility. Flexibility in construction is crucial, as it means you can adapt to any changes that have to be brought it,…

EllisDon recently announced that Geoff Smith will be stepping down as President and CEO in June of this year. The Board of Directors, Board Chair Gerald Slemko and Geoff Smith have appointed Kieran Hawe, EllisDon’s current Chief Operating Officer, Construction, to succeed Geoff as Chief Executive Officer at that…

U.S. single-family homebuilding increased for a second straight month in March, while permits for future construction surged, offering some glimmers of hope for the depressed housing market ahead of the busy spring selling season. The improvement in the single-family housing market…

Concrete is one of the most common materials on Earth, thanks to its high strength and low cost – but it’s also one of the largest single sources of carbon dioxide emissions. Engineers at Washington State University (WSU) have developed a…

Fresh off the next level reiteration last month, CONEXPO-CON/AGG is proud to announce Link-Belt Excavator Company (LBX Company) President and CEO Eric Sauvage as the chair of the 2026 show, running March 3-7, 2026 in Las Vegas. Sauvage has been an active participant in AEM…

Investment in infrastructure is badly needed in Canada. It is critical to the quality of life of Canadians and the competitiveness of our country. We rely on power generation, roadways and transit, water management, hospitals and natural resource development to function…

Construction Technology Helps A Shifting Industry The construction industry is a vital part of any economy, providing infrastructure, housing, and employment for communities. In recent years, contractors and builders have been facing significant labor and logistical problems, which have led to…

If you’re considering making a change to your construction software, you’re probably wondering if you should stay with your existing way of doing things (usually multiple systems for multiple functions) or if you should integrate all your software needs into one…

Though demand remains high for construction work in B.C., getting paid on time is said to be the biggest issue facing job sites, according to new survey results from the B.C. Construction Association (BCCA).  Eighty-two per cent of contracting companies, regardless…

RONA inc., one of Canada’s leading home improvement retailers operating or servicing some 450 corporate and affiliated stores under different banners, congratulates Paul Sharpe on the acquisition of the BFD RONA Building Centre store located at 5 Forwell Road in Kitchener,…

The American Wood Council (AWC) is pleased to release a new, first-of-its kind online tool designed to help users better understand where their wood products are coming from and the safeguards in place throughout the supply chain to ensure sustainability measures. The tool…

A fall protection harness that is private labeled with your company’s logo can help convey a more professional image to your customers. It shows that you take safety seriously and are willing to invest in high-quality equipment to protect your workers.…